driver, truck

Eternity Transport Ltd; Township of Langley; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A transportation company in British Columbia is seeking a qualified driver for a permanent position. The ideal candidate must hold an AZ class license and possess mountain driving expertise. Responsibilities include planning routes, transporting goods, and ensuring vehicle safety. Experience of 1-2 years is required. This role involves long-haul travel with a competitive health benefits package.

Benefits

Health care plan

Free parking available

Learning / training paid by employer

On-site amenities

Qualifications

• 1 to 2 years of experience is required.
• Must have a valid driver's license.
• Willingness to work in dusty environments.

Responsibilities

• Plan or adjust routes to minimize fuel consumption.
• Drive straight or articulated trucks to transport goods.
• Perform pre-trip, en route and post-trip inspections.

Skills

Mountain driving expertise

Organized

Team player

Patience

Education

Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Tools

AZ class license

Air Brake (Z) Endorsement

Driver's License (Class 1 or A)

Forklift Operator Certification

Job description

• Work Term : Permanent
• Work Language : English
• Hours : 40 to 50 hours per week
• Education : Secondary (high) school graduation certificate
• Experience : 1 year to less than 2 years

Work site environment

• Dusty

Work setting

• Various locations

Tasks

• Plan or adjust routes based on changing conditions, using computer equipment, global positioning systems (GPS) equipment, or other navigation devices, to minimize fuel consumption and carbon emissions
• Address customers' complaints or concerns
• Mountain driving expertise
• Drive as part of a two-person team or convoy
• Load and unload goods
• Operate and drive straight or articulated trucks to transport goods and materials
• Oversee condition of vehicle and inspect tires, lights, brakes, cold storage and other equipment
• Pay and receive payments for goods
• Perform brake adjustments
• Perform pre-trip, en route and post-trip inspection and oversee all aspects of vehicle
• Perform preventive maintenance
• Record cargo information, hours of service, distance travelled and fuel consumption
• Tarping and ensuring safety and security of cargo

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

• AZ class license
• Air Brake (Z) Endorsement
• Driver's License (Class 1 or A)
• Forklift Operator Certification

Documentation knowledge

• Accident or incident reports
• Driver logbook
• Inspection report (pre-trip, en-route, post-trip)
• Maintenance and repair reports
• Trip reports

Type of trucking and equipment

• Flatbed
• Tractor-trailer B train

Transportation / travel experience

• Long-haul
• National
• Provincial / territorial
• Regional

Security and safety

• Valid passport
• Criminal record check
• Driver's validity licence check
• Driving record check (abstract)
• Drug test
• Medical exam

Transportation / travel information

• Valid driver's licence

Weight handling

• Up to 23 kg (50 lbs)

Own tools / equipment

• Cellular phone
• Hard hat
• Steel-toed safety boots
• Tools
• Safety vest
• Gloves

Personal suitability

• Organized
• Team player
• Patience

Screening questions

• Are you authorized to work in Canada?
• Are you available to start on the date listed in the job posting?
• Are you willing to relocate for this position?

Workplace information

• On the road job

Health benefits

• Health care plan

Other benefits

• Free parking available
• Learning / training paid by employer
• On-site amenities